Kimberly Chavarria: AVID Co-President
Senior Kimberly Chavarria has been an AVID advocate since her sophomore year. She values inclusivity and is an active leader due to great leadership experiences, displaying herself as a hard working student.
What do you hope to achieve being in AVID?
A: I joined AVID to figure out how to apply to a four year university and connect with other first-generation students. My goal was to be accepted into a four-year university and find a supportive community who were in the same position as me.
What are your strengths that you propose as a high leader?
A: I do my best to include everyone no matter the activity or event. One of my biggest strengths is that I’m flexible with anything that is thrown at me. Whether it be Shadow Day or a team building activity, I’m able to work around and make sure things are done.
Q: How do you stay motivated in the role you have for not only the club itself, but others that you are showcasing (staff/teachers/etc)?
A: My religious beliefs help me stay motivated. Whenever I help or become more involved in school or participate in AVID activities, I see how happy and grateful the Buena community becomes. I strive to be as best of a person I can be, and being and respecting the title of AVID Co-President is a version of myself I am proud of.
Merecedes Zuniga: AVID Co-President
Junior Merecedes Zuniga has been in AVID since her freshman year. Alongside teacher Heather Arrambide, she dedicates herself in prioritizing her work as an AVID officer and tries to put herself in situations for a better community.
Q:What do you hope to achieve being in AVID?
A: I hope to graduate high school with honors, good grades, and cords. Alongside college acceptances, I hope AVID’s skills, like note-taking, organizations, and planning, will help me become a successful and independent adult.
Q: What are your strengths that you propose as a high leader?
A: It takes effort, determination, teamwork, and communication skills to work with my team and be open-minded about their thoughts and comments. Natalia, Izyk, Kimberly and I share our ideas for community improvement.
Q: How do you stay motivated in the role you have for not only the club itself, but others that you are showcasing (staff/teachers/etc)?
A: My role in the AVID community motivates me because I was chosen and trusted as a leader. I want to support Ms. A and give her a hand as much as I can. I made a commitment to helping them and carrying out my responsibilities.
Natalie Gallardo: AVID Secretary
Starting in her freshman year, junior Natalie Gallardo goes the extra mile in creating great experiences for everyone and unifying everyone involved.
Q:What do you hope to achieve being in AVID?
A: I hope to help and offer support to my AVID family and Ms. A in succeeding, making it a loving and memorable experience.
Q: What are your strengths that you propose as a high leader?
A: My listening skills help me gather ideas and perspectives from people, even if I may disagree. Also, my positive character allows me to spread positivity to those who may need it and brighten discussions.
Q: How do you stay motivated in the role you have for not only the club itself, but others that you are showcasing (staff/teachers/etc)?
A: By doing various appreciation events for our staff, I see their happiness and appreciation, and I feel a sense of satisfaction. I’m so glad to be such a big part of the AVID community to show my appreciation to the BHS staff.
Iyzk Miller: AVID Tutor and Club Treasurer
Senior Iyzk Miller is a second year AVID student exploring further details on education and careers. Miller dedicates himself to being a reliable and trustworthy champion, helping and supporting others who need it academic wise.
Q:What do you hope to achieve being in AVID?
A: My goal was to help identify the perfect career and what universities I would want to apply to, something I hadn’t considered before joining AVID.
Q: What are your strengths that you propose as a high leader?
A: I am able to problem solve quite well, I can instruct people and control the room, and I always offer a different perspective when necessary.
Q: How do you stay motivated in the role you have for not only the club itself, but others that you are showcasing (staff/teachers/etc)?
A: I stay motivated by liking what I do. They say you never work a day in your life at a job like that, and this is pretty similar.
